NASM-CPT CPT MCQ 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: According to the NASM OPT model, which phase is the starting point for a deconditioned client?
- Phase 1: Stabilization Endurance (Correct answer)
- Phase 3: Muscular Development
- Phase 4: Maximal Strength
- Phase 5: Power
Correct answer: Phase 1: Stabilization Endurance
The OPT model begins every new or deconditioned client in Phase 1 to build stability, endurance, and neuromuscular control.
Question 2: During an overhead squat assessment, the client's feet turn out. Which muscles are most likely overactive?
- Lateral gastrocnemius and biceps femoris short head (Correct answer)
- Anterior tibialis and medial gastrocnemius
- Gluteus maximus and hamstrings
- Rectus abdominis and psoas
Correct answer: Lateral gastrocnemius and biceps femoris short head
Feet turning out indicates overactivity of the lateral gastrocnemius, soleus, and biceps femoris short head.
Question 3: What is the recommended rest interval between sets in Phase 5 (Power) of the OPT model?
- 3–5 minutes (Correct answer)
- 0–30 seconds
- 45–60 seconds
- No rest
Correct answer: 3–5 minutes
Power training requires 3–5 minutes of rest to allow near-complete recovery of the ATP-PC system.
Question 4: Which term describes the maximum amount of force a muscle can produce in a single voluntary effort?
- Maximal strength (Correct answer)
- Muscular endurance
- Strength endurance
- Rate of force production
Correct answer: Maximal strength
Maximal strength is the highest level of force a muscle or muscle group can generate in one effort.
Question 5: The rotator cuff is primarily responsible for what function at the glenohumeral joint?
- Dynamic stabilization (Correct answer)
- Prime mover of flexion
- Force production for pressing
- Hip stabilization
Correct answer: Dynamic stabilization
The rotator cuff muscles act mainly as dynamic stabilizers of the shoulder joint.
Question 6: Which macronutrient provides 4 calories per gram?
- Carbohydrate (Correct answer)
- Fat
- Alcohol
- Water
Correct answer: Carbohydrate
Carbohydrates and proteins each provide 4 calories per gram, while fat provides 9.
Question 7: What is the appropriate acute training variable for repetitions in Phase 1 Stabilization Endurance?
- 12–20 reps (Correct answer)
- 1–5 reps
- 6–12 reps
- 1–3 reps
Correct answer: 12–20 reps
Stabilization endurance training uses higher reps of 12–20 with lower intensity.
NASM-CPT CPT MCQ 2
According to the NASM OPT model, which phase is the starting point for a deconditioned client?